Michigan § 333.18117 - Privileged communications; disclosure of confidential information.

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§ 333.18117. Privileged communications; disclosure of confidential information.

Sec. 18117.

For the purposes of this part, the confidential relations and communications between a licensed professional counselor or a limited licensed counselor and a client of the licensed professional counselor or a limited licensed counselor are privileged communications, and this part does not require a privileged communication to be disclosed, except as otherwise provided by law. Confidential information may be disclosed only upon consent of the client, pursuant to section 16222 if the licensee reasonably believes it is necessary to disclose the information to comply with section 16222, or under section 16281.

Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 333.18117

What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 333.18117 cover?

Section 333.18117 ("Privileged communications; disclosure of confidential information.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Michigan § 333.18117?

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Is this the official text of Michigan law?

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